Northern Michigan University, located in Marquette, Michigan, is a dynamic four-year, public, comprehensive university that has grown its reputation based on its award-winning leadership programs, cutting-edge technology initiatives and nationally recognized academic programs. Northern has a population of about 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students.

Ask a few Northern students what drew them to our university and you will get a variety of answers. That's because there is no single thing that make students want to go to Northern; it is ALL the things that we do here. Northern is big enough to offer a wide variety of academic programs but is also small enough that every time you walk across campus, you'll probably wave "hi" to someone you know.

Curiosity is the raw ingredient of knowledge. It causes us to ask questions, to seek answers, to learn. At Northern Michigan University, natural curiosity and intellectual challenge meet in stimulating classes grounded in the liberal arts. So wherever your curiosity leads you, you can count on the support you need to take the next step, ask the next question, propose the next hypothesis.

The mission of the Northern Michigan University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, Recreational Sports and the United States Olympic Training Site is to create an environment that promotes academic excellence, interpersonal growth and social development; embraces diversity; teaches lifetime leisure skills; fosters spirit and tradition; and builds a lifelong connection to NMU.

Yes, you'll attend your classes, but what else will you be doing as a student at Northern? There's so much stuff to choose from. There's a student organization or club – almost 300 at last count-- for just about every interest. If you're into investigating the paranormal, anime or improv comedy, there's a group. Cheer on your fellow Wildcats at a hockey game or volleyball match. Join a competitive club sport or an intramural team. The sky is the limit.

Personal Training

We are proud to add Personal Training to the Rec Sports Fitness Program. Our personal trainers are ready to create an exercise program to meet your fitness needs. Personal training is for everyone from the youngest to the oldest, to the beginners to the advance. If you need some extra motivation, or need help putting a weekly work out together, or just want to learn something new, we can help. All Personal Trainers are certified in CPR/AED and are certified PTs. You may ask yourself, why exercise is important to me and what the benefits are. Exercise can benefit you in many ways by:

Meet NMU REC Sport's Personal Trainers

​Jacqueline

Mind Body Soul Personal Trainer/Fitness Instructor Jacqueline Gutenkunst not only connects with the body but also the mind and her spirit! High Energy call her firecracker, she will make you love to train and leave you wanting more! With having over three years of experience teaching Buts and Guts & Bootcamp, she is up to date with the latest workouts and training tips. With her HIGH intensity workouts from intermediate to advance she can make any workout fun and enjoyable always leaving you laughing. Her main goal is to have you connect with your well being, and too always have confidence in yourself when entering and gaining more confidence when leaving.

Andrew

Andrew is currently a sophomore at NMU pursuing a degree in Sports Science. He has been an employee within the Rec Sports Department for the last year. Andrew has acquired his ACE Personal Trainer certification and has become the newest addition to the Rec Sports fitness training staff. Andrew is also a certified Lifeguard through the American Red Cross along with certifications in CPR, First Aid, and AED. In 2015, Andrew’s 4x800m team took 5th in the MITCA D2 Team State Finals and 22nd in the MHSAA LP D2 State Finals. Andrew also received the MHSAA Scholar Athlete Award. He recently finished his second Triathlon.

Brandon

My name is Brandon T. and I am a Nursing Student at NMU. I've worked for the Rec Sports Department teaching fitness classes and training clients for over two years, and have roughly ten years of experience in the fitness industry. I am a 2x World Champion in Powerlifting with several World records. I currently compete in Olympic Weightlifting for the US Olympic Training Site at Northern. My philosophy of fitness revolves around circuit based training. I believe that it is the best way to burn calories and develop muscular endurance. Feel free to drop into my class and introduce yourself!